Robert Lee Weitzel, age 82, of  Wyoming, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 22, 2026.  Known as a gear-head, Bob loved tinkering, drag racing, but most of all, he loved riding his Harley and spending time with the local HOG (Harley Owners Group).   He retired from Burke Porter Machinery after 42 years of service as a machinist and lead balancer.

Bob will be lovingly remembered by his son, Scott and Missy Weitzel; daughter, Becky and Ellie Simpson; grandchildren: Elizabeth, Genevieve, Chance, Aidyn; and special friend, Colleen Weatherbee.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert F. and Pauline (Burdick) Weitzel.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 29, 2026 at  Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating.  A private burial will be held at Floral View Memorial Gardens.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 10-11 a.m. at  the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice.